Surgical Technologist - General Operating Room - ST

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plan

HSA/FSAs

Retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Jacksonville, FL operating room, working under RN supervision to scrub, prepare instrumentation, and maintain sterile technique in a high-volume setting.

Advanced Technologist pathways may be available for experienced candidates to support complex procedures, contribute to protocol development, and handle on-call shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program.
• NBSTSA certification required within one year of hire and maintained thereafter.
• Current BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, efficient care to surgical patients under RN supervision as part of the scrub team.
• Select, prepare, and maintain instrumentation, equipment, and supplies; apply sterile technique.
• Support advanced procedures and adapt to emergencies within perioperative setting.

Skills

Surgical scrubbing

Anatomy knowledge

Emergency protocol readiness

Education

Accredited surgical technology program

NBSTSA certification within 1 year

Current BLS certification

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:Multiple plan options.
• Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to the surgical patient under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in collaboration with the surgeon. The Surgical Technologist functions primarily in the scrub role and is responsible for selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. The Surgical Technologist possesses knowledge in the application of sterile and aseptic technique and is able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting. The Surgical Technologist utilizes knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, surgical instrumentation and technology as member of the surgical team. Our state-of-the-art hospital in Jacksonville includes 34 operating rooms that include an IMRI OR suite and a dedicated endovascular OR suite. We use the most modern equipment and advanced technology to create an environment that merges the art of healing with the science of medicine.

Candidates may be considered for placement into either the Surgical Technologist or Advanced Surgical Technologist role based on years of experience, specialty training, and meeting the qualifications of the higher-level position.

The Advanced Surgical Technologist expands on this foundation by supporting complex procedures, such as Cardiothoracic, Transplant, Neurosurgery, and Vascular and by contributing to protocol development, specialty instrumentation management, and workflow optimization for advanced surgical service lines. Required to provide coverage to other surgical services based on practice needs and competency outside of their primary service.

*Qualified applicants must live within a reasonable driving distance to campus to meet 45-minute on-call requirement.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program. Certification in Surgical Technology from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required within one year of hire date and maintained thereafter. Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.

Surgical Technologists hired at the following location prior to the identified dates, are not required to have a Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA:

• Mayo Clinic in Florida hires prior to 11/20/2024

Licensure/Certification Required:

• Current BLS certification required upon hire.
• Certification through NBSTSA required within one year of hire date.

*Qualifications and Additional Responsibilities for Advanced Surgical Technologist:

• Minimum 2+ years of independent scrubbing experience.
• Independently supports advanced procedures in one of the following specialties: Cardiothoracic, Transplant, Neurosurgery, or Vascular, or has cross-trained to work independently in three or more specialties outside of these advanced specialties.
• Manage and maintain advanced specialty instrumentation and equipment.
• Contribute to protocol and workflow development for new procedures and technologies.
• Demonstrates the ability to be prepared to handle emergencies that may include quick thinking, adaptability, and solid skills to implement emergency protocols.
• Works flexible hours, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call expectations.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

72

Schedule Details

0645-1915; 6 shifts per two-week pay period - days vary

Weekend Schedule

Call-Weekends/Nights/Holidays

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the'EOE is the Law'. Mayo Clinic participates inE-Verifyand may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.